Mercedes Benz Vito Towbars

All you need to know about towbars for Mercedes Benz Vito

Mercedes Benz first introduced the Vito into their range in 1996. The Mercedes Benz Vito is available as a MPV, or Van. So you know you are installing the right towbar on your Mercedes Benz Vito, we have looked at towing capacity, electrical kits, bumper cuts and more for each variation of Mercedes Benz Vito below.

Mercedes Benz Vito Van Towbars

The Mercedes Benz Vito Van was first released in 1996. To determine which variant of Mercedes Benz Vito you have, check your vehicle logbook. This will ensure you purchase the correct towbar.

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Mercedes Benz Vito Van Nose Weight

Van models made between 1996 and 2003 have a minimum nose weight of 75 kg and a maximum nose weight of 75 kg, between 2003 and 2010 have a minimum nose weight of 100 kg and a maximum nose weight of 100 kg, between 2010 and 2015 have a minimum nose weight of 100 kg and a maximum nose weight of 100 kg.

What does nose weight mean?

Nose weight is the force on the towball when a caravan or trailer is attached. Every towbar for every vehicle will have a specific nose weight for that vehicle which can differ between the age of the vehicle and the variation of the model. It is crucial that you don’t exceed the nose weight set on the towbar as this is dangerous and can decrease stability when towing.

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Mercedes Benz Vito Van Electric Kits

Electrical kits connect the electrics in your Van to the electrics on your trailer, bike rack or caravan so your lights are still visible.

Electric kits for Mercedes Benz Vito Van

We would always recommend having a dedicated electrics kit installed, where possible. This syncs with modern computer functions of your Van, like ABS and trailer stability, rather than just basic lighting.

Why is a dedicated kit important? Well, not only does it work with the specific features of your vehicle, but it also protects the warranty of your Van and works with any enhanced safety features you may have.

Of course, you can choose between a dedicated kit or a universal kit, and we do offer both, but a universal electrical kit can affect your manufacturer warranty and you might also need to install a bypass relay.

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Mercedes Benz Vito Van Software Update

We will alert you as to whether your Van requires a software update when you choose your towbar electrics kit.

Does my vehicle need a software update?

Sometimes your vehicle may need a software update to accommodate your new dedicated electrical kit. This is so all of the latest computer features in your Van can accurately co-ordinate with your towbar electrics.

Software updates can take place at your local Mercedes Benz dealership when your vehicle is in for service. Or, this can sometimes be updated at your local garage when you arrange towbar fitting through WebFit.

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Mercedes Benz Vito Van Bumper Cuts

Van models made between 1996 and 2003 will require a non-visible bumper cut in order to be fitted, between 2003 and 2010 will not require a non-visible bumper cut in order to be fitted, between 2010 and 2015 will not require a non-visible bumper cut in order to be fitted.

Does my vehicle need a bumper cut?

Some towbar styles might require a bumper cut in order to be fitted to your vehicle. But, this is improving and newer vehicles are less likely to require a bumper cut due to better towbar designs.

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Mercedes Benz Vito Van Towing Capacity

Van models made between 1996 and 2003 have a towing capacity of 2000 kg to 2000 kg, between 2003 and 2010 have a towing capacity of 2500 kg to 2500 kg, between 2010 and 2015 have a towing capacity of 2500 kg to 2500 kg.

Be sure to check the EXACT towing capacity of your vehicle before towing on your VIN plate.

What is towing capacity?

Towing capacity is the weight that your Van is capable of towing safely, but it can vary even across the same model of car. It is important to note that the capacity of the towbar and the towing capacity of the Van may differ, so you should always go by the specific towing weight of your vehicle, indicated above.

Mercedes Benz Vito MPV Towbars

The Mercedes Benz Vito MPV was first released in 2015. To determine which variant of Mercedes Benz Vito you have, check your vehicle logbook. This will ensure you purchase the correct towbar.

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Mercedes Benz Vito MPV Nose Weight

MPV models made vehicles made after 2015 have a minimum nose weight of 100 kg and a maximum nose weight of 100 kg.

What does nose weight mean?

Nose weight is the force on the towball when a caravan or trailer is attached. Every towbar for every vehicle will have a specific nose weight for that vehicle which can differ between the age of the vehicle and the variation of the model. It is crucial that you don’t exceed the nose weight set on the towbar as this is dangerous and can decrease stability when towing.

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Mercedes Benz Vito MPV Electric Kits

Electrical kits connect the electrics in your MPV to the electrics on your trailer, bike rack or caravan so your lights are still visible.

Electric kits for Mercedes Benz Vito MPV

We would always recommend having a dedicated electrics kit installed, where possible. This syncs with modern computer functions of your MPV, like ABS and trailer stability, rather than just basic lighting.

Why is a dedicated kit important? Well, not only does it work with the specific features of your vehicle, but it also protects the warranty of your MPV and works with any enhanced safety features you may have.

Of course, you can choose between a dedicated kit or a universal kit, and we do offer both, but a universal electrical kit can affect your manufacturer warranty and you might also need to install a bypass relay.

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Mercedes Benz Vito MPV Software Update

We will alert you as to whether your MPV requires a software update when you choose your towbar electrics kit.

Does my vehicle need a software update?

Sometimes your vehicle may need a software update to accommodate your new dedicated electrical kit. This is so all of the latest computer features in your MPV can accurately co-ordinate with your towbar electrics.

Software updates can take place at your local Mercedes Benz dealership when your vehicle is in for service. Or, this can sometimes be updated at your local garage when you arrange towbar fitting through WebFit.

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Mercedes Benz Vito MPV Bumper Cuts

MPV models made vehicles made after 2015 will require a non-visible bumper cut in order to be fitted.

Does my vehicle need a bumper cut?

Some towbar styles might require a bumper cut in order to be fitted to your vehicle. But, this is improving and newer vehicles are less likely to require a bumper cut due to better towbar designs.

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Mercedes Benz Vito MPV Towing Capacity

MPV models made vehicles made after 2015 have a towing capacity of 2500 kg to 2500 kg.

Be sure to check the EXACT towing capacity of your vehicle before towing on your VIN plate.

What is towing capacity?

Towing capacity is the weight that your MPV is capable of towing safely, but it can vary even across the same model of car. It is important to note that the capacity of the towbar and the towing capacity of the MPV may differ, so you should always go by the specific towing weight of your vehicle, indicated above.

To find specific details for your Mercedes Benz Vito, select your vehicle below.

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